Nurses Gloria Nunn, Kim Bentley, Rita Shingleton and Gretchen Groofers with City Council

Recognizing National Nurses Day, May 6th
May 6-12 is National Nurses Week

The Mayor and City Council recognized our Emory-Johns Creek Hospital nurses along with their 2.9 million colleagues nationwide as part of 2008 National Nurses Week May 6-12.

Accepting a proclamation at the May 5 Council meeting were nurses Gloria Nunn, Kim Bentley, Rita Shingleton and Gretchen Groofers.

Georgia Disaster Registration deadline is May 19

time flies The clock is counting down for any Georgia resident who had property damage or other losses from the tornadoes and severe storms that ripped across the state in mid-March. Only two weeks remain to register for federal-state disaster assistance.

The Presidential disaster declaration set a 60-day period for residents in Bartow, Burke, DeKalb, Floyd, Fulton, Jefferson and Polk counties to apply. The deadline is May 19. Read more.

Spring Celebration at Autrey Mill
Saturday, May 17th, 11 am-3 pm

Come enjoy a free, fun day for all! Autrey Mill's Spring Celebration on Saturday, the 17th includes:

Music
Petting Zoo
Blacksmith
Crafts and Quilters

Mr. Ben's Animal Show
Storyteller and Singer Gary Greene
Tours of newly restored Historic Village
Games, Food and More!

Johns Creek Police Department
The JCPD is here to serve

With much fanfare, the City's first Police Department began shortly after midnight, April 27. Nearly 200 people came to an official Opening Ceremony at JCPD headquarters, as the "Inaugural Squad" was introduced for the first time by Police Chief Ed Densmore.

"It is not just a special day, but a significant stage in our dedication to provide the best municipal services possible for the citizens and businesses of Johns Creek," said Densmore.

The "Inaugural Squad" is made up of 56 law enforcement professionals, whose motto is to serve the community with Justice, Courage, Professionalism and Dedication.

To contact the JCPD, please use the phone numbers to the right.

JCPD Contact Information

Admin / Records	678-474-1600
Chief of Police	678-474-1551
Community Services	678-474-1587
Crime Tip Line	678-474-1610
Investigations	678-474-1581
Reports / Crime Stats	678-474-1575
Traffic Violations	678-474-1574


Location:	11445 Johns Creek Parkway Johns Creek, GA 30097

Office hours:	Monday-Friday, 8:30 am to 5 pm

As always, for an emergency or
life-threatening situation CALL 911.

Johns Creek CityLink

Download the spring issue:

Police now patrolling
Fire Dept. recruiting
Weather radios can save lives
Firefighter honored posthumously
Spring is in the air
GDOT begins Medlock Bridge work

Medlock Bridge resurfacing under way

Sunday-Thursday
8 pm - 5 am
Friday-Saturday
8 pm-8 am

The Georgia Department of Transportation has started resurfacing the approximately 5.5 miles of SR-141 / Medlock Bridge Road in Johns Creek April 28. Work takes place between 8 pm and 5 am Sunday night through Friday morning and 8 pm and 8 am Friday night through Sunday morning. Expect lane closures and possible delays.

In addition to removing and replacing the top layer of asphalt and adding new striping, the project also includes the addition of a left turn lane in each direction at the State Bridge Road intersection.

C.W. Mathews Contracting Co. is leading the $3.6 million project, which is expected to be completed by the end of July. See map.

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Summer Day Camp registration is underway

Registration for the city's Summer Day Camp program, for children ages 6-12, is underway. The program, available to city residents only, offers campers a week filled with games, arts and crafts, entertainment, field trips and more.

Camp operates at Findley Oaks Elementary School, 7:30 am - 5:30 pm, Monday to Friday. There are four one-week sessions available: June 2-6, 9-13, 16-20 and 23-27.

The Recreation and Parks Division is also seeking camp counselors, age 18 or older.

More information | Flyer | Registration form | Parents handbook

Redistricting for new JC high school

You have one more chance – May 20 – to learn about and provide input on the redistricting process for the new JC high school, set to open August 2009. The meeting is at Autrey Mill Middle School from 7-9 pm. You can follow the redistricting progress here.

The City provides this information as a community service. All comments or questions on the redistricting process should be directed to the Fulton County School System.

What's new

[4/25/08] Speaker Pro Tem, new Superintendent to visit with city citizens at May 7 Town Hall: Sessions also chance for residents to ask about anything on their minds. Read more.

[4/23/08] Johns Creek Mayor, Council offer thanks to Fulton Police for 33 years of service: As city prepares to launch own department, officials express appreciation. Read more.

[4/11/08] Plenty of Earth Day activities in Johns Creek during April: Join the City of Johns Creek in celebrating Earth Day, April 22. Read more.

[4/10/08] Johns Creek Police Dept. launches April 26: City’s “Inaugural Squad” hits the street. Read more.